Alfred (David Dawson) tells Uhtred (Alexander Dreymon) about the chronicle. It is a chronicle of Wessex. Alfred admits none of the chronicles will mention Uhtred. Alfred says that he is the only one who will be remembered. He asks Uhtred why he is there. Uhtred confesses he could have never killed Alfred. Alfred admits he stood on Uhtred’s shoulders many times. Uhtred says that they’re bonded. They cannot kill each other. They share wine. Their conversation turns to Edward (Timothy Innes). They chat about religion and Christianity. After the intro, Aethelwold (Harry McEntire) bothers Aethelhelm (Adrian Schiller). Aethelwold questions whether the crown will really rest on Edward’s head. He tells Aethelhelm about Edward’s previous marriage. Aelswith (Eliza Butterworth) gets Steapa (Adrian Bouchet) to remove him.

Aethelred (Toby Rego) believes they need additional guards. He orders Aldhelm (James Northcote) to send out a messenger. Aethelflaed (Millie Brady) isn’t sure that is necessary. Aelswith asks Beocca (Ian Hart) about her husband. She says that she will find him. Aethelwold and Sigebriht (Ed Birch) continue their scheme. They intend to start a rumor that Uhtred is nearby waiting to get revenge. Uhtred speaks with Alfred about his children. Alfred admits he wanted to inflict pain on him. He confesses that the decision was selfish and irrational. Alfred admits he was wrong and didn’t get Uhtred the respect he deserved. Aelswith overhears them talking. She enters. He tells her to say nothing about Uhtred. Aelswith does not want Uhtred by Edward’s side. Alfred wonders what will come in the future.

They agree that the God or Gods will decide. Alfred wants his last act to ensure good men hold power. That is why Uhtred is there. Aeslwith tells Steapa to place guards in every corridor of the palace. She wants Uhtred gone after he finishes with Alfred. Alfred speaks about giving Edward to Uhtred and Iseult. Alfred wants to give him Edward for a second time. He wants Uhtred to remain there until Edward is named king. Alfred pardons Uhtred. He promises to dismisses the guards he wife has likely summoned. Uhtred thanks him for correcting his mistake. Aldhelm checks on Aethelred. He admits he did not dispatch a messenger. He is ordered to send for 50 or more. Next, Cnut (Magnus Bruun) embraces Brida (Emily Cox). Brida wonders why he sent Aethelwold to kill Uhtred. She believes Aethelwold killed Ragnar. Cnut doesn’t answer. He insists he doesn’t know.

Cnut admits Aethelwold was afraid of Ragnar. Brida wants to kill him. Cnut agrees. The locals begin messing with Thyra. Aethelwold stops it and speaks with his comrades. He tells them about the pardon. He claims that the best solution is to kill Edward. Uhtred and the others learn about Thyra. Beocca goes after Tidman. Beocca threatens him. Beocca headbutts him and warns Tidman again. Beocca blames Aethelwold for the trouble. Aethelwold wants to convince Uhtred that he is for Wessex. Uhtred and Finan (Mark Rowley) speak with Aethelwold and Sigebriht. Uhtred refuses to say where he stands. Aethelwold is convinced that they must die. Aethelhelm asks Aelswith about Edward’s other marriage. Aethelhelm says that they should be nothing more than a rumor.

Bishop Erkenwald (Kevin Eldon) speaks with Uhtred. Uhtred promises that he is not an enemy of the king. The Bishop is worried what Uhtred might do with Edward. Hild arrives. Uhtred tells her that he has no place. She tells him that he is a free man. He has a choice to make. Hild tells him that Winchester is a better place when he is there. Cnut and Brida watch a fight. Haesten (Jeppe Beck Laursen) encourages Cnut to put a stop to it. Instead, he gets involved and fights too. Alfred worsens. Uhtred tells him that he will remain in Winchester until Edward is crowned king. Aelswith speaks to him about the chronicle and Aethelhelm. She is worried about Uhtred. He tells her that it is necessary for England for Uhtred to be Edward’s advisor. Alfred passes away. Beocca checks on them. He learns about Edward’s death. Beocca comforts Aelswith. Beocca says that his people must be told.

Beocca says his goodbye. Alfred’s children are allowed to see their father. Beocca speaks with Aelswith. She thanks him. He is being dismissed. He associates with heathens and cannot be with Edward. Aethelswith intends to take back Uhtred’s pardon. Beocca tells her that she is making a mistake. She is convinced that they’ll win as long as they have god. Beocca tries to convince Uhtred to leave Winchester. A ceremony is held for Alfred. Tidman continues harassing Thyra. Steapa tells Uhtred he has orders to kill him if he doesn’t leave the hall quietly. Finan follows. Tidman (Ciaran Owens) harasses Thyra in the streets. She runs away from him and locks herself in her home. Tidman tries to break in as Uhtred is locked in a cell. Tidman finds Thyra and starts a fire. She jabs the knife through his neck killing him instantly. She is trapped. Thyra calls for help as the episode ends.

 

The Last Kingdom Review

This was a pretty decent episode of The Last Kingdom. It was all about Alfred’s departure. He was given the opportunity to make things right with Uhtred. He did everything possible to protect his legacy and set things up for his son. Unfortunately, it appears that Aelswith might have blocked his success. The episode was a little slower than the others. It wasn’t bad, but it was definitely a little dug out. It scores a 7.5 out of 10. Catch up with previous recaps of The Last Kingdom now!